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How
does it work?
The
sealant forms a protective coating on the tooth surface, sealing
over the pits and fissures and so preventing any food particles
or bacteria getting in and attacking the tooth from the inside. |
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How
long does it last?
Occasionally
the sealant may need to be reapplied, but once the child had reached
adulthood no further application is necessary. Tests over many years
have shown that pit and fissure sealing greatly reduces the number
of fillings needed by children
At
what age is it best applied?
For complete protection it should be applied to each of the
child's adult back teeth as they begin to appear from around
the age of 6, but sealants can be used effectively at any time
during childhood or adolescence. Teeth may be sealed singly
or all at once. Your dentist can advise what will suit your
child's teeth. |
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How
is it applied and how long does it take?
The back teeth are prepared by the dentist or hygienist to accept
the sealant, so it will form a strong bond with the tooth and penetrate
down into the fissure. The dentist or hygienist carefully applies
the sealant onto the tooth in droplet form where it dries hard in
60 seconds. The dentist may sometimes use a light to set the sealant.
the whole procedure takes about 10 minutes.
Does
it hurt?
The procedure is totally pain free and takes only a few minutes
for each tooth. When the sealant is in place it does not affect
the normal chewing function of the teeth, so the child won't
even notice it is there. |
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